Texas Seeks Payment for Biden Era Immigration Expenses
November 19, 2025 – Texas’ Republican congressional delegation is pressing federal agencies to release more than $11 billion they say was earmarked to reimburse the state for border security costs incurred during the Biden administration. In a letter sent this week, the lawmakers argue that Texas bore an outsized financial burden responding to what they describe as unchecked illegal immigration and escalating drug trafficking...
Texas Governor Abbott Labels CAIR and Muslim Brotherhood ‘Foreign Terrorist Organizations’
November 19, 2025 – Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced on November 18, 2025, that he is designating the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and the Muslim Brotherhood as “foreign terrorist organizations” and transnational criminal organizations. Under a newly enacted state law (Senate Bill 17), the move bans both groups from buying or acquiring real estate in Texas. Abbott said the organizations pose a threat to the...
A&M CEA Mario Villarino Visited on A Second Cup Of Coffee to Discuss the NETBIO Annual Meeting November 21st
November 19, 2025 – Texas A&M AgriLife Hopkins County Extension Agent Mario Villarino-Gutierrez visited on KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey to talk about the next NETBIO Annual Meeting taking place November 21st, 2025, at 12:00pm, at the Sale Barn in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Mario and John Mark also chatted about the beef industry and it’s future, the dairy industry, and much more. Be sure to...
Commissioner Miller Proudly Announces $150,000 Donation by the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo to the STAR Fund
The donation bolsters relief efforts to support central Texas producers November 18, 2025 – AUSTIN – Commissioner of Agriculture Sid Miller recently announced a generous $150,000 donation by the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo to the State of Texas Agriculture Relief (STAR) Fund to bolster ongoing relief efforts for the central Texas agriculture community impacted by the tragic July flooding. STAR Fund applications are still...
Health Care Foundation’s Annual Snowflake Campaign Kicks Off
November 17, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, TX – It is not too early to think of snowflakes and the holiday season! November is the month that the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation kicks off its annual Snowflake Campaign. The Snowflake mailer was recently mailed and the website is available to accept donations. The community is invited to pay tribute to friends and family members with a gift in their honor or memory. The Foundation...
Paris District Road Report for November 17, 2025
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains Counties for the week starting November 17, 2025. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades, and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they...
Consider Pine Needle Mulch By Master Gardener David Wall
November 14, 2025 – Though an evergreen, pine trees can shed needles all year long, but usually shed the most in summer and fall. Only a few species shed in the spring. In the “old” day, it was rake and burn in the fall, along with deciduous leaves. Many studiously avoid using pine needles for mulch as their acidity can, in quantity, negatively affect the soil pH. While still green, this is true, but once they...
SSISD Superintendent Dr. Steeber Dropped by KSST for a Second Cup Of Coffee November 11th
November 15, 2025 – Sulphur Springs Texas ISD Superintendent Dr. Deana Steeber stopped by the KSST studios November 11th to be a guest on KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey. John Mark and Dr. Steeber talked about the Sulphur Springs ISD band, the Career and Technical Education program, and so much more. Check out the episode below and see what the Sulphur Springs ISD is up to these days. A Second Cup of...
The Season Opener of Lady Cats Basketball was November 11th
November 14, 2025 – The season opener of Sulphur Springs Texas High School Basketball was November 11th, 2025 with a game against Van. The game was played in Wildcat Gym in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Below is KSST/Cable Channel 18’s coverage of this game. KSST’s Sports Director, John Mark Dempsey, called Play by Play, and Tony Flipping provided Color Commentary. Be sure to check out this game and see how your Lady Cats...
Next Hopkins County Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting to be Held November 20th
November 14, 2025 – Members: this meeting includes our annual election of officers. Your attendance in-person or via zoom is important to ensure we have a quorum for the vote. The Hopkins County Genealogical Society is pleased to welcome Pat Chase, local author and long-time HCGS member, as guest speaker for our November meeting. Pat will share the story behind his book Jonathan Knight – Pathfinder of American Roads. Pat...
